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Number of fines for exchanges with North Korea increases under Yoon government
South Korea imposed six fines for violations of exchange act in 2023, which expert says could impact civilian channels
February 12, 2024
Russia eyeing new rail, ferry and car routes to North Korea: Ambassador
Alexander Matsegora’s remarks come as first group of Russian tourists to visit DPRK in years returns home
February 12, 2024
North Korea tests ‘superiority’ of new 240mm artillery system: State media
Latest rocket advancement may soon be deployed near inter-Korean border as DPRK seeks to amplify war readiness
February 12, 2024
Russian tourists depart for North Korea as part of first tour since pandemic
Tour manager told NK News that 97 Russian nationals boarded flight from Vladivostok for trip to Pyongyang and ski resort
February 9, 2024
Anti-South Korea policy change secures ‘lawful’ basis to attack: Kim Jong Un
North Korean leader shares interpretation in a speech at defense ministry to mark army holiday
February 9, 2024
Yoon says ROK can build nukes but doesn’t want sanctions like North Korea
The president made remarks in pre-recorded interview during which he raised the possibility of engagement with DPRK
February 8, 2024
Russia again uses North Korean missiles to strike Ukrainian city: Police
Specialists say KN-23 missiles were DPRK-made but expert warns against drawing conclusions on their operational effects
February 8, 2024
Kim Jong Un inspects foodstuff factories linked to new development drive
Kimha county facilities apparently offer glimpse of modernization efforts leader said he wants throughout North Korea
February 8, 2024
North Korea formally abolishes law on cooperation with the South
Kim Jong Un previously ordered all party and military organs drop goal of peaceful unification
February 8, 2024
Russian envoy to DPRK predicts ‘breakthrough’ in two sides’ relations in 2024
Alexander Matsegora told Russian state media Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin will sign agreement on mutual trips
February 7, 2024
